Why Do Some Scholars Reject the Human Resources/strategic Choice View

question 25

Multiple Choice

Why do some scholars reject the human resources/strategic choice view of industrial relations?

• A) The labour market has shifted to nonunionized workplaces.
• B) It erodes workplace democracy.
• C) It downplays the natural conflict between employers and employees.
• D) A shared ideology no longer exists.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body goes through when under stress, as proposed by Hans Selye.

Resistance Phase

The second stage of the general adaptation syndrome, characterized by the body's adaptation to a continuous stressor and an attempt to restore homeostasis.

Minor Frustrations

Small, often daily, annoyances or irritations that can accumulate and affect mood or well-being.

Realistic Optimists

Individuals who maintain a positive outlook on life while still being grounded in reality, acknowledging potential obstacles and planning accordingly.